New Job Senior Financial Analyst (2 Positions) In Manitoba

Senior Financial Analyst (2 positions)

FI4 Financial Officer 4

Regular/full-time

Department of Families

Administration and Finance Division; Technology and Transformation Division

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 38574

Salary(s): FI4 $65,042.00 - $78,527.00 per year

Closing Date: January 28, 2022

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

If you want to work in an organization where employee trust, integrity, respect, skill and dedication is valued, then a career in the Manitoba civil service may be right for you. The Department of Families is responsible for a wide range of programs and services that are delivered by the department or by community-based partner organizations. Our vision is to help keep children, individuals, families, and communities safe and secure, while supporting personal development, self-reliance, well-being and social inclusion. The department is transforming its culture and programs to improve service delivery and to explore opportunities for more effective and efficient program design in order to better support its clients. Join us, and together we can build a stronger province and make a positive contribution to the quality of life of all Manitobans.

The department is seeking two Senior Financial Analysts for the following divisions:

The Administration and Finance Division oversees comptrollership and administrative functions and ensures financial and administrative policies, services and reporting systems are developed, maintained and administered effectively in support of the department’s accountability framework. The division monitors the financial performance of funded agencies to ensure public funds are properly and effectively used for service deliveries. The division provides leadership, direction, advice and guidance in the areas of comptrollership, financial and administration management, strategic resource planning and risk management to support the department, related agencies and stakeholders.

The Technology and Transformation Division is a centralized area for strategic planning, managing information and communication technology (ICT) investments for the department as well as supporting and delivering on transformational work within the department. The Senior Financial Analyst will monitor, verify and prepare all financial information on behalf of the Technology and Transformation Division and its three branches (Transformation Management Office, Project Management Office and Business Support Services Branch).

To be considered for this competition, you must submit the Application Form in addition to your resume and cover letter. You are encouraged to apply via email.

Click here to access the Application Form

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check
• Able to work overtime when required

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Professional CPA designation with current and active membership in CPA Manitoba and CPA Canada. A Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration and related experience with financial reporting and management may be considered.
• Extensive experience with financial modelling and financial analytical work such as trend analysis and cost benefit analysis
• Extensive experience with Excel and other Microsoft Office software applications
• Experience with financial forecasting including estimating expenditures and developing options
• Experience with financial management including planning, budgeting and expenditure control
• Demonstrated superior analytical and critical thinking skills to drive innovation and creative problem solving
• Strong verbal communication skills including the ability to deliver technical financial information to non-financial individuals and present complex financial recommendations to management teams
• Strong written communication skills including the ability to draft financial policies, procedures and guideline documents
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong organizational and time management skills to complete assignments within tight deadlines

Duties:
Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, the Senior Financial Analyst (SFA) provides analytical and financial modelling expertise to various programs on a project-by-project basis. The SFA is part of a team supporting the Department of Families with estimates, monthly and quarterly financial reporting and year-end reporting. The incumbent evaluates program proposals, monitors and analyzes expenditures, and assesses forecasting mechanisms and methodologies used for estimated amounts. The SFA leads the development of financial and administrative policies, processes and procedures for the Department.

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To be considered for this competition, you must submit the Application Form in addition to your resume and cover letter. You are encouraged to apply via email.

Click here to access the Application Form

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please be advised that job competitions may be grieved and appealed by internal applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative or the grievor, if unrepresented. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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